Monday, November 24, 2014

Victorio VKP1014 4-Tray Kitchen Seed SprouterVictorio VKP1014 4-Tray Kitchen Seed Sprouter


Victorio VKP1014 4-Tray Kitchen Seed SprouterThe 




Victorio VKP1014 four-tray Kitchen Seed Sprouter is an easy way to produce fresh, high-quality organic sprouts in your own kitchen. New and improved design is simple to use and very durable. Unique growing tray design uses water surface tension to keep the correct amount of water in the tray for all stages of the growing process. You can enjoy sprouts in as little as 2 to 5-days. Includes organic alfalfa sprouting seeds, 4 growing trays, 1 water collection tray, 1 storage lid and instruction manual. Each tray is 6-Inch by 1-3/4-Inch. Sprouter can be expanded to 8 total growing trays (extra growing trays sold separately). Sprouter is 8-Inch high and 6-Inch wide. Top rack dishwasher safe if removed before the dry cycle. Trays are made from strong, crack resistant, BPA free plastic. Made in USA, 2-year warranty.

  • NOTE: Genuine VICTORIO Kitchen Products ship only from the United States and Canada
  • Improved design is simple to use and works great with all kinds of sprouting seeds
  • Four stackable growing trays allow you to grow different varieties of sprouts at the same time
  • Includes 4 growing trays, 1 water collection tray, 1 lid, instruction manual and organic alfalfa sprouting seeds
  • Each tray measures 6 inches by 1-3/4 inches. Sprouter can be expanded to 8 growing trays (extra trays sold separately)
  • Trays made in USA of strong, crack-resistant, BPA-free plastic 2-year warranty


Sunday, November 18, 2012

Daniel's Gardening Books And Tools Christmas Wish List

It's almost Thanksgiving Day.  My brother and I are very excited, because after Thanksgiving, Santa will come.  And he will bring us presents.

Santa sent me a video today, and he told me I've been very good, so Mommy said to make a list to send to Santa for Christmas this year.

This list is all the toys that I want for my garden this year....

I like books... and I want a book about flowers, and other gardening books too... here are a few of the books that Mom and I found on Amazon....

(Did you know that you can make a separate 'Wish List' for every member of your family on Amazon?  Mom's has lots of jewelry,...)


A really lovely introduction into the joys of gardening, who knows with this set you, could be sowing the seeds of a green fingered future for your children. The tools have been powder coated which will protect them from rust. The wooden handles have been treated with natural waxes. This really is a great set that will provide many hours of pleasure.


House Of Marbles Children's Garden Tool Set






 A Gardening Journal Just for Kids! Created at the request of teachers nationwide, our rugged Gardening Journal is just the right size (7"x7") for children to record their observations. The journal is made up of 24 blank pages of unlined paper so that kids can chart plant growth, record weather, write essays, draw pictures, and more. Includes thought-provoking "Did-you-know?" gardening facts and "Getting Started" suggestions. Use indoors and out. Set of 10


Set of 10: Kid's Gardening Journal






Ready, Set, Grow! A Kid`s Guide to Gardening [PB,2007]


















This set of three inquiry-based curricula engages students in hands-on investigations of our complex food system and how to use scientific evidence to make healthy food and activity choices. Growing Food; Farm to Table & Beyond; and Choice, Control & Change were developed by renowned educators at Teachers College Columbia University, and are based on years of research. Although the modules are ideally used in consecutive years, each is a strong, stand-alone curriculum.


LiFE Series Curriculum Set (Includes three books: Growing Food, Farm to Table & Beyond, and Choice, Control, & Change)




A new method for the practical identification and recognition of trees -- and an important supplement to existing botanical methods.
The book is in two parts: Pictorial Keys and Master Pages. The Keys are designed for easy visual comparison of details which look alike, narrowing the identification of a tree to one of a small group -- the family or genus.
Then, in the Master Pages, the species of the tree is determined, with similar details placed together to highlight differences within the family group, thus eliminating all other possibilities. The details of the Oak trees on this plate are an example of the system.
All of the more than 1500 photographs were made specifically for use in this book and were taken either in the field or of carefully collected specimens. Where possible, details such as leaves, fruit, etc., appear in actual size, or in the same scale.


Tree Identification Book : A New Method for the Practical Identification and Recognition of Trees



Now that we have some great books... We're gonna need some gardening TOOLS...


The Home Dept My First Garden Set is just like the real thing and perfect for getting kids outside in the backyard. This 8 piece gardening set includes a wheelbarrow, lawn mower, sprinkler can, rake and shovel and garden tool set..The Toys'R'Us exclusive line of The Home Depot Toy Tools and accessories offers kids a safe, fun, and educational introduction to different types of tools, their uses and enable them to emulate their parents at home! The perfect interactive learning tool, The Home Depot toy workbenches, toy chain saws, trimmers and power tools function with battery operated light and sound to give children the real feel of tackling a project with Dad. The Home Depot Toy Tools are as strong, sturdy and long-lasting as real tools and promote creative play, dexterity and unmatchable family bonding time.Be sure to visit our Toys'R'Us Exclusive Brand Store for superior toys, games and more.   The Home Depot My First Garden Set



The power is in the play with the leaf blower, weed trimmer, chain saw, and lawn mower. Each is durably made of plastic with realistic action and sound effects. Includes work gloves and goggles. Set requires 11 "AA" batteries (not incl.). Mower is 11 1/2" L . x 9" W. x 22" H. Ages 4 yrs. +. Sorry, no gift wrap or Express Delivery.



Constructive Playthings Power Garden Tools









The Little Garden Angels Garden Seat Bag is a product of ThreeSixty Innovation designed to introduce children to gardening in the great outdoors. It provides that children may enjoy the fun and excitement of growing their own plants. Suitable for children 3 yrs +.

Saturday, October 6, 2012

Finding Halloween Decorations on a Budget


 Low Cost, Budget Options For Halloween Decorations

Halloween is our Mom's favorite holiday,  filled with plenty of excitement for kids and adults alike. For just one night, you can cast off your identity and become whoever you want to be. One thing you should know about Halloween is that finding great decorations for your home doesn't have to break the bank. 

Taking the time and hunting down deals and money saving alternatives will go a long way toward keeping a balanced budget in a time where so many holidays are back to back. Thinking outside the box when it comes to saving money is a great way to keep your expenses low this year.

Find Great Deals at Closeout Stores
A great place to get deals on Halloween decorations is closeout stores, these stores provide quality products at a fraction of the price you might find them at retail stores or online.

We Got These For $1.00 each at "Deals" yesterday...



The key to shopping closeout stores is to get the deals early before they've all been picked through by other early bird shoppers. Stores and many other shoppers are thinking about Halloween and planning their stock accordingly sometimes even as often as September or late August, so you can never really be too early when it comes to planning ahead and finding great deals!


Pharmacy Stores
Another great location for low priced Halloween decorations is pharmacy stores right before the holiday. If you're willing to wait for your decorations, they often have the best sales around, and you may even be able to use a pharmacy card to get an even better discount. You can find even more amazing deals right after Halloween (or any other holiday for that matter!) when stores are getting rid of stock they can't sell regularly anymore.. When stores are trying to shuffle merchandise off of their shelves and out of their back rooms to make room for the next holiday or season, you can swoop in and save big.

Second Hand Stores, Thrift Stores & Consignment Shops
Another thing you may want to consider is searching second hand stores as well as yard sales and garage sales for items you can use in your Halloween decorations. These locations are great because they're the first stops for people trying to get rid of decorations or other types of things that are cluttering up their homes, attics, and garages. You might even be lucky enough to find people getting rid of new or like new items for pennies on the dollar because they simply don't want them anymore. You can even find items that aren't meant for Halloween, but with a little seasonal spicing up will look great in your home or yard. The best part is that, unlike stores, you can often haggle and negotiate the price of items at garage sales and thrift stores because they don't have a set price.

Homemade Items...
When it comes to finding great Halloween costumes don’t overlook the possibility of using home made items. Using your imagination and some craft supplies, you can come up with excellent decorations that will be fun for your family to make and can easily last for years. Let the kids help out with the project and can end up with some amazing decorations that will become a tradition to put up in your home. They can even make great gifts for other family members and friends! Don't let a budget bring you down this holiday, strike early and in the right spots and your budget will hardly be a limit at all!

Buy Online... 
We're doing a "Haunted Pirate Cove" in our front yard this year... Mom and Dad are even making a 'River Styx,' lining it with bones, and a pirate ship to sail it.  We're building the pirate ship from a wooden pallett  (you can find these for free at dozens of local businesses, and check Craigslist too...) and so far we've got the flag for $1.00 at Deals.  We've got a list of items we'll be buying from Amazon too...





HALLOWEEN HANGING BATS - 3 Piece Set

$8.00



Zombie Arm Lawn Stakes (2pcs) Prop Decoration
$11.80


Halloween Outdoor Decoration Talking Rising from the Grave Reaper  $24.95




Interactive Skeleton in Hammock spooky Halloween decoration sound-activated  $27.50

There are tons of other cool Halloween decorations for the front yard on Amazon, but Mom said we needed to keep the budget to under $150.00.  So far, these are our top picks... but we still have several more pages to go through.

My brother's published some 'tips' for online shopping on his blog... Click Here To Read Ordering Halloween Decorations Online. 

And no Halloween yard is complete without the headstones.. but we saw those at Deals yesterday for $3.00 each... Mom said we need to check the other 'dollar stores' first, then go back there if we can't find them for $1.00.